This week, our lively Year 5/6 classes took part in a fun experiment to learn how exercise affects our heart rate.
We started by measuring our resting heart rates before doing four rounds of exercise, including star jumps, running on the spot, and jumping jacks. After each burst of activity, we checked how our heart rates changed and were amazed to see how much faster our hearts beat as we exercised.
The most exciting part was seeing how quickly our heart rates returned to normal once we stopped moving. It was a fantastic way to explore how our bodies respond to exercise and helped us understand the important role our hearts play in keeping us happy and healthy.
Help at home: Ask your child about how the circulatory system is effected by exercise.